Flags lowered for fallen Goldsby firefighters
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Flags lowered for fallen Goldsby firefighters statewide
Flags lowered for fallen Goldsby firefighters has been ordered by Governor Kevin Stitt to honor two first responders who died in the line of duty.
The directive requires all American and Oklahoma flags on state property to be flown at half-staff from March 25 through March 28, according to Office of Governor Kevin Stitt.
The order honors Goldsby Fire Chief Bryan Jenkins and firefighter Todd Pendleton.
Flags lowered for fallen Goldsby firefighters honors service
The flags lowered for fallen Goldsby firefighters order recognizes the lives and service of the two longtime volunteer firefighters.
Jenkins, 63, served as Fire Chief, while Pendleton, 62, also dedicated years to protecting the Goldsby community and surrounding areas.
Both men lost their lives while serving in the line of duty, according to Goldsby Fire Department information.
Oklahoma honors sacrifice of fallen firefighters
The flags lowered for fallen Goldsby firefighters order reflects statewide recognition of their sacrifice.
“The bravery and selflessness displayed by Fire Chief Bryan Jenkins and firefighter Todd Pendleton embody the best of the Oklahoma spirit,” Stitt said.
Their deaths have deeply impacted the first responder community in Oklahoma, with tributes continuing across the state, as shared by Oklahoma emergency response community updates.